Bed Bug Control

Bed Bug Treatment in Sumter

When you’re trying to fall asleep, the last thing you want to think about is any kind of pests in your bedroom, let alone your bed. Sadly, bed bugs are very common in homes and can cause itchy rashes and other allergic reactions in the morning. Gamecock Exterminating is here to help! We provide bed bug control in Sumter and the surrounding areas, eliminating these pests from every room of your house.

Bed Bug Control & Removal Service

Bed bugs are a common household pest. They are sneaky, hard to find, and pose a health risk to you and your family. Gamecock Exterminating’s bed bug control services are backed by years of experience, and state-of-the-art tools and products, so we are well prepared to assess your bed bug infestation and mount a strategic response to rid your home of the pests.

Inspection & Treatment For Active Infestations

Untrained eyes can find it difficult to detect bed bug infestations, and even if they are found, home remedies and over-the-counter deterrents rarely work. Our highly-trained exterminating specialist will assess your home, develop a solution, and monitor activity, ensuring that our efforts are effective and providing peace of mind.

Ongoing Bed Bug Detection Service

In just six months, a few bed bugs can turn into a full-fledged infestation of 13,000 or more. It is crucial to break the bed bug life cycle as early as possible to avoid a larger infestation. Gamecock Exterminating’s Bed Bug Detection Service eliminates the problem at its source with targeted inspections of common hiding places in your home and ongoing monitoring to ensure the pests don’t return.

Step 1: Inspection
Our Sumter bed bug specialists will inspect your home if you suspect bed bugs are present, or if you want to help protect your home against this multiplying intruder.
Bed bugs are sneaky and hard to find, but our exterminating specialist knows how to pinpoint their presence. We will examine everything in your home during the first visit, including your bed, furniture, rugs, and linens. Our inspectors will inspect the target areas and may need to use tools to inspect cracks and crevices.
Typically, our bed bug specialist will begin in the bedroom and work their way through your home, concentrating on the furniture and areas immediately surrounding it.
Step 2: Implement
Once our bed bug specialist has completed the inspection and assessed the situation, they will suggest the best course of action. A treatment plan will be recommended based on the severity of the infestation and your preferences if the inspection confirms an infestation.

We will use the best tools and science to address the causes and treat your bed bug problem in the best way for your family, pets, and the environment. This implementation method targets bed bugs as well as the bed bug larvae — preventing them from maturing into breeding, biting, and potentially disease-carrying adults.
Step 3: Monitor
A follow-up visit will be performed by a specialist to ensure that your professional treatment was effective. During the visit, we will document the visit and recommend the next steps to ensure the best maintenance approach for your home.

Our Sumter bed bug specialists will inspect your home if you suspect bed bugs are present, or if you want to help protect your home against this multiplying intruder.

Bed bugs are sneaky and hard to find, but our exterminating specialist knows how to pinpoint their presence. We will examine everything in your home during the first visit, including your bed, furniture, rugs, and linens. Our inspectors will inspect the target areas and may need to use tools to inspect cracks and crevices.

Typically, our bed bug specialist will begin in the bedroom and work their way through your home, concentrating on the furniture and areas immediately surrounding it.

Once our bed bug specialist has completed the inspection and assessed the situation, they will suggest the best course of action. A treatment plan will be recommended based on the severity of the infestation and your preferences if the inspection confirms an infestation.

We will use the best tools and science to address the causes and treat your bed bug problem in the best way for your family, pets, and the environment. This implementation method targets bed bugs as well as the bed bug larvae — preventing them from maturing into breeding, biting, and potentially disease-carrying adults.

A follow-up visit will be performed by a specialist to ensure that your professional treatment was effective. During the visit, we will document the visit and recommend the next steps to ensure the best maintenance approach for your home.

What to Expect From Gamecock Exterminating Bed Bug Service

Early detection is crucial to prevent an even larger infestation because bed bugs can multiply quickly. Our process assesses your home, implements solutions, and monitors any bed bug problems you may have.

We at Gamecock Exterminating never stop learning from bugs. Our team uses the latest technology and unparalleled training to create a customized plan that protects your home.

Are Bed Bugs Hard To Get Rid Of?

In a nutshell, yes. You can’t solve this problem by reaching for the can of roach spray you keep under the kitchen sink.

Professional pest control companies usually recommend at least two treatments to completely eliminate bed bugs from your home. What makes bed bugs so difficult to eradicate? There are several reasons why bed bugs are notoriously difficult to eradicate.

Pyrethroid (Pesticide) Resistant

In pest management, pyrethroids are a common class of chemicals. Pyrethroids usually have a low toxicity to mammals (including humans and pets) and birds, are fast-acting, and require low dosages to kill insects. However, some bed bugs have developed resistance to these chemicals. Researchers compared the death rates of bed bugs reared in the laboratory for 30 years (without exposure to pyrethroids) with bed bugs collected from homes around the country. The lab-reared bed bugs died in 100% of cases when pyrethroid insecticide was applied. The bed bugs collected in the field showed near immunity to pyrethroid pesticides. The degree of resistance varies depending on the population of bed bugs, but all experts agree that bed bug resistance makes it difficult to eliminate them.

Bed Bugs Multiply Quickly

Getting rid of bed bugs can also be difficult due to their rapid growth. Her access to blood meals determines the number of eggs she will lay in her life. Bed bugs live on average for about one year. It is common for bed bugs to feed every 3-7 days if there is a meal available. A female bed bug can lay about 113 eggs in her lifetime. When ideal conditions are present, such as an existing host and a comfortable air-conditioned temperature, bed bug populations can double every 16 days.

Bed Bug Behavior

They are hard to get rid of because of their activity, habits, and behavior. The bed bugs live a secretive life. During the day, they congregate in cracks and crevices to hide from humans. They can fit into crevices no wider than the width of a toothpick because their bodies are flat. Often, they gather in the tufts and folds of the mattresses, box springs, bed frames, headboards, and side tables, which are close to their next meal (your bed or sofa). Additionally, they are often found behind wall plates and baseboards. Unlike ants or termites, bed bugs do not have a central nest. Bed bugs tend to wander around. The infestation process can begin again if a pregnant female remains after a bed bug treatment. Combined with their life cycle, bed bugs are very difficult to eradicate.

Contact Your Local Exterminating Company Today!

Gamecock Exterminating Company has knowledgeable technicians who have experience in dealing with bed bug infestations of all types. We offer competitively priced services, and homeowners are welcome to contact us for a free quote.